Travelling from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA): what you need to know
To ensure you get on your STL to SBA flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between STL and SBA include:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
Salt Lake City International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport flight is RM618. A return plane ticket is currently RM1,317. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from STL to SBA, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when searching for your flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from STL to SBA by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL)
You'll find STL at 10701 Lambert International Blvd..
78.04% of flights departing from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport land at their destination on time.
To reach Lambert-St. Louis International Airport from central St Louis, it takes around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 26 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to STL:
Arriving at Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)
Book a hotel near SBA if you're taking a late Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport flight. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Santa Barbara Municipal Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Alamo or Hertz and find adventure across Santa Barbara and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport about three weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to central Santa Barbara
You'll find SBA at 500 Fowler Rd..
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to central Santa Barbara has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)
The quietest month for a flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Santa Barbara based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Santa Barbara is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
February has average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Search for cheap tickets from STL to SBA sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
Los Angeles is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Santa Barbara. Around 137 kilometres away to the east, top sights here include Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
Around 306 kilometres south-east of Santa Barbara, San Diego is another favourite stop in United States. Experience major highlights starting with San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.
